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Physician- Occupational Health

Employer
Einstein Healthcare Network
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Closing date
Oct 30, 2020

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Specialty
Occupational Medicine
Hours
Full Time
Position Type
Permanent

Physician - Occupational Health - EMCM - MAB

Position Description:

Summary: The Occupational Health Physician is the supervising medical provider for all Einstein employees who present to the LiveWell Montgomery facility. Provides services on an as-needed basis at LiveWell Philadelphia location Conducts pre-placement evaluations on newly hired employees and as needed, conducts fitness for duty evaluations. Oversees the delivery of medical care for employees injured on the job, performing initial and follow-up assessments and serving as liaison between LiveWell Montgomery and subspecialists to whom the injured employee is referred. Responsible for interpreting medically defined restrictions for work-related and, if needed, non-work-related restrictions. Responsible for oversight of Physician Assistant.

In this role you will be responsible for:

  • Assists in pre-placement evaluation of EMCM employees and volunteers
  • Accurately assesses, diagnoses and provides appropriate medical treatment for work-related injuries and occupational illnesses, managing patient care appropriately from onset through discharge.
  • Accurately determines physical capabilities and assigns work restrictions appropriately.
  • Assists in implementing employee surveillance programs.
  • Appropriately prescribes and administers medications.
  • Documents appropriately all medical information including history, objective findings, treatment plan, physical capabilities, work status and follow-up appointments
  • Protects confidentiality of patient information and releases information in accordance with ADA, OSHA and Worker s Compensation laws.
  • Maintains and updates occupational health knowledge through continuing education programs and educational conferences.
  • Assists in development and communication of occupational health treatment protocols.
  • If MRO certified, demonstrates knowledge of Medical Review Officer protocols and appropriately interprets and reports results
  • Acts as supervisory physician for Physician s Assistant and Nurse Practitioner, overseeing care and countersigning medical records as needed.
  • Serves on EMCM Standing and ad hoc committees as necessary.
  • Adheres to all EMCM personnel policies and procedures for health surveillance, compliance, and continuing education.
  • Promotes and fosters an atmosphere focused on employee wellness and injury prevention, including safety programs, vaccinations and education.
  • Other duties as delegated by Director of Occupational Health and Wellness.

Position Requirements:If you possess the following qualifications, please apply immediately:

  • Graduation from an accredited medical school required
  • Residency and board certification in Internal Medicine, Occupational, or Emergency Medicine is desirable
  • Certification as Medical Review Officer is desirable
  • Maintains licensing and credentialing as necessary by law or Board regulations

Marketing Description:The Minerva D. Braemer Medical Arts Building (MAB) provides convenient, onsite access to many Outpatient Services, including: Ambulatory Surgery, Radiation Therapy and Chemotherapy, Antenatal Testing and Physical Rehabilitation from U.S. News & World Report ranked MossRehab. Also included are physician offices with specialties in Neurosurgery, Pain Management, Orthopedics, Bariatrics, Minimally Invasive Surgery and more. Located adjacent to Einstein Medical Center Montgomery on 87 acres along Germantown Pike in East Norriton, PA, the Medical Arts Building brings the exceptional experience of Einstein Healthcare Network to residents of central Montgomery County. Einstein Medical Center Montgomery is a tobacco-free campus. Einstein Healthcare Network promotes wellness. Research has shown that smoking is dangerous to the health of smokers and to others. Einstein campuses are Tobacco and Smoke Free.

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